If you love salmon with a sweet and savory glaze, this dinner is worth trying. Caramelized honey garlic salmon pairs perfectly with turmeric-seasoned rice, tender broccoli, and a bright mango salsa, creating a colorful, well-balanced meal packed with flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- That sticky honey garlic glaze. Caramelizes beautifully on the salmon for a glossy, flavorful finish.
- A complete, colorful plate. Rice, broccoli, and mango salsa round out the meal perfectly.
- Fresh mango salsa. Sweet and bright, it balances the richness of the glazed salmon.
- Ready in 40 minutes. An impressive, well-rounded dinner that comes together at home.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 3 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp dried oregano
For the Honey Garlic Glaze
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- ½ tsp paprika
For the Seasoned Rice
- 1½ cups long grain rice
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
For the Broccoli
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For the Mango Salsa
- ½ cup diced mango
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp finely diced red onion
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley or cilantro
- 1 tsp lemon or lime juice
- 1 pinch salt
How to Make Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with Rice, Broccoli & Mango Salsa
1. Prepare the seasoned rice. Rinse the rice. Melt the butter in a saucepan, then add the rice, turmeric, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth, season with salt and black pepper, cover, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes. Rest for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and stir in the parsley.
2. Make the honey garlic glaze. Whisk together the honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, melted butter, and paprika until well combined.
3. Season the salmon. Pat the salmon fillets dry. Rub with olive oil, then season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, dried parsley, and oregano.
4. Sear and glaze the salmon. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon for 3 to 4 minutes per side until beautifully browned and nearly cooked through. Brush generously with the honey garlic glaze and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, turning carefully until the salmon is glossy and caramelized.
5. Cook the broccoli. Steam the broccoli for 4 to 6 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp. Toss with olive oil or butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
6. Make the mango salsa. Combine the mango, tomatoes, red onion, parsley or cilantro, lemon or lime juice, and salt. Mix gently to keep the mango pieces intact.
7. Assemble and serve. Spoon the seasoned rice onto plates and add the honey garlic glazed salmon and broccoli. Top the salmon with fresh mango salsa and finish with chopped parsley and an extra spoonful of glaze.
Tips for the Best Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
- Sear before glazing. Getting a good sear first, then adding the glaze, prevents the honey from burning too early.
- Watch closely once the glaze goes on. Honey can caramelize quickly, so keep an eye on the salmon during those final minutes.
- Toss the mango salsa gently. This keeps the fruit pieces intact rather than mashed.
- Let the rice rest before fluffing. This helps it finish steaming evenly for the best texture.
What to Serve with Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
This meal is already a complete, balanced plate with rice, broccoli, and salsa included, making it a satisfying dinner on its own.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen salmon?
Yes, just thaw completely and pat very dry before searing so it browns properly instead of steaming.
Can I use a different fruit for the salsa?
Yes, pineapple would also work well in place of mango for a similar sweet and tangy salsa.
Can I make the mango salsa ahead of time?
Yes, it can be made a few hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with Rice, Broccoli & Mango Salsa
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Rinse the rice. Melt the butter in a saucepan, then add the rice, turmeric, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth, season with salt and black pepper, cover, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes. Rest for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and stir in the parsley.
- Whisk together the honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, melted butter, and paprika until well combined.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry. Rub with olive oil, then season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, dried parsley, and oregano.
- Heat a skillet over medium high heat. Sear the salmon for 3 to 4 minutes per side until beautifully browned and nearly cooked through. Brush generously with the honey garlic glaze and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, turning carefully until the salmon is glossy and caramelized.
- Steam the broccoli for 4 to 6 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp. Toss with olive oil or butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Combine the mango, tomatoes, red onion, parsley or cilantro, lemon or lime juice, and salt. Mix gently to keep the mango pieces intact.
- Spoon the seasoned rice onto plates and add the honey garlic glazed salmon and broccoli. Top the salmon with fresh mango salsa and finish with chopped parsley and an extra spoonful of glaze.